DA KZN mourns passing of uMhlathuze Deputy Mayor

Issued by Sithembiso Ngema – DA KwaZulu-Natal Leader
12 May 2026 in Press Statements

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in KwaZulu-Natal extends its sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of DA uMhlathuze Deputy Mayor, Councillor Christo Botha who passed this morning following health complications.

The DA has lost not only a Deputy Mayor but an outstanding leader and servant of the people who was going to contest as our mayoral candidate in the upcoming local government elections.

He will forever be remembered for his commitment to serving the people of uMhlathuze and the DA.

We mourn with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.